2011? No; 2010
Release dates = calendar dates – I believe that Microsoft has the best plan for helping us know the age of our Office applications; we just have to ask: “what year is it?” It helps us quickly calculate and ground ourselves to what year the software was released. Other companies change the ‘V (version)-#” and hope you know what your current version is; too technical.
For many of my customers, Microsoft Office 2010 is the new kid on the block. They have been holding on to their Windows XP 2003 product for dear life, knowing that it works well and carries the same features and environment look that Office applications have always had. Who wants to learn (and buy) something new?
Well folks, you can bypass 2007 and jump into 2010 – but the learning curve will still be there. Yes; it’s different from Office 2003 and earlier versions, and it will take a little bit of time to learn how to navigate through the Ribbons, etc. But, you will really like it. I, too, was a skeptic when 2007 was released:
- Features weren’t where I thought they should be.
- Some features that I used had changed or weren’t visible anymore.
- I thought that I had to use the mouse exclusively – not a good thing.
But, through experimentation, investigation, and stubborn hunting, I found that I liked the new graphics and features enhancements; now I can’t go back.
Microsoft also believes that you won’t want to go back – your files aren’t automatically compatible to the earlier version(s) – you have to take an extra step to make them so.
Just Whistle!
When you’re ready to jump into the new Office 2010, I’m here to help. (I can still help with your Office 2003 & 2007 too!)
Tags: 2007, 2010, business, computers, education, learning, Microsoft Office, skills, training
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